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The Davey Tree Expert Company
Line Clearance Tree Trimmer
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What they do
A Tree Climber or Trimmer trims and prunes trees. Clears away excess branches near utility lines or over roads or sidewalks. Prunes dead or diseased tree limbs to improve the appearance and health of the tree. Uses rigging equipment and may work from a truck powered lift; uses chain saws and other power equipment.
$46,988 / year median in Ohio
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Company:
- Davey Tree Surgery Co.
Locations:
- Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Additional Locations:
- Hudson, OH
Work Site:
- On Site
Req ID:
- 227789
- Position Overview
- Davey Utility Line Clearance, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is pleased to offer a key opportunity as an experienced Trimmer, preferably with climbing experience and/or a CDL, to join our team servicing the city of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.
- Job Duties
What You'll Do:
- + Climb Trees!
Including but not limited to:
+ Pruning treetops and repairing damaged trees by trimming or removal + Removing broken limbs from utility lines, roofs, and other objects + Application of tree identification knowledge and industry pruning guidelines + Properly maintain, prepare and operate all tools and equipment including, chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and more + Operate as an active crew member with supporting ground crew and foreperson + How high you grow depends on you!- Qualifications
What We're Seeking:
- + Love of the outdoors + Ability to complete the Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation Program upon hire + Ability to complete the Davey Tree First Aid, CPR and defensive driving course upon hire +
Required:
valid driver's license +Preferred:
Commercial Driver's License-Class A or B with Air Brake Endorsement +Preferred:
line clearance experience or other related tree work +Preferred:
relevant pesticide and related licenses and certificates, if required by state law +Preferred:
ISA Certified Arborist®, ISA Certified Tree Worker®, and/or TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professional®- Additional Information
What We Offer:
- + Hourly rate starting at $20. + Group health plans
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 401k with up to a 4% company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan:
Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount- Holidays and paid time off
- Payroll savings plan
- Charitable matching gift program
- Employee referral bonus program
- Employee Educational Scholarship
- Davey Family Scholarship
- 20% discount on all Davey services
- Cell phone discounts
- Vehicle purchase discount program
- Plus, so much more!
- All listed benefits available to eligible employees on Day 1.
- Union employees are not eligible for a 401k plan, but may be eligible to join pension plans negotiated by their local union.
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATIONFull time hourly position. Compensation based on qualifications and experience.- Company Overview
- Invest in your future.
Accommodations:
- If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
- If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at
- SurgeryJobs@davey.com .
Employment Type:
- Permanent
Job Type:
- Full Time
Travel Expectations:
- Up to 25%